Building the Perfect Dog: The Golden Labrador Retriever?

Some people have known for a long time that certain crossbreeds of dogs are an improvement on each of the original breeds. The trick is finding the best crossable breeds. Some of these crossbreeds even go on to become established breeds on their own. One of the most successful crossbreeds in dogs is seen in the Labrador/Golden Retriever puppy, also known as Golden Labrador Retrievers. At a young age they begin to show the best traits of their parents breeds.

The Best Dog?

Both Labrador and Golden Retrievers are dogs that really love to be around people and are eager to please. Keep in mind that not all dogs are alike, and poor training will always make an unruly, fearful dog (no matter what breed), but on the whole, a Labrador/Golden Retriever puppy is a born people pleaser. They are fascinated by people and seem to easily bond with them. They also have a lot of strength and stamina, which comes in good for service and search and rescue dogs.

Best Seeing Eye Dogs

According to service dog experts and charities that train seeing eye dogs in England, the best dog for the job is a Labrador/Golden retriever crossbred. There is an extensive breeding program run in England by Guide Dogs to raise dogs to be seeing eye dogs. A Labrador/Golden Retriever puppy is first tested at about eight weeks of age to see what his personality is like.

A seeing eye dogs training is never really over. Often times the puppies will fail their training and be put up for adoption as a pet. It costs about $70,000 US Dollars to take a Golden Labrador Retriever puppy and turn it into a specially trained service dog. They work until old age or illness forces them to retire, and then they are placed in care homes for the remainder of their days.

Other Facts

Many information websites will tell you that a Golden Labrador will always be yellow, which is not always the case. Occasionally a dark puppy will be born. American Canine Hybrid Club is where you can register your Labrador Golden Retriever puppy.

Each day, there is a newborn Golden / Labrador Retriever puppy who makes that first step to being a specially trained service dog. They all can rescue us from ourselves and our selfishness and help give our souls back to ourselves.